Tilja - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Tilja is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Tilja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilja is 182423. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.95 hectares and falls under the 272126 pincode.
Tilja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalilabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilja
According to the 2011 Census, Tilja village had a total population of 2,960 people, including 1,486 males and 1,474 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.88%, with male literacy at 78.93% and female literacy at 62.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 476.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | 1,486 | 1,474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 276 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 237 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,689 | 955 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,271 | 531 | 740 |
Nearby Villages of Tilja
Tilja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonaura Gausi | East | 0.98 km |
| Bigra Aual | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Nasipur | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Muradeha Beg | North | 1.39 km |
| Siswa Talib | South | 1.47 km |
| Chainpur | North | 1.72 km |
| Tinhari | West | 1.84 km |
| Bharwalia Budhan | East | 1.89 km |
| Bigrameer | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Jatedeeha Dubaulia | North-East | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tilja
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tilja. The nearest railway station is Munderwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Tilja is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tilja
Where is Tilja located?
Tilja village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tilja?
Tilja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilja?
The pincode of Tilja is 272126.
What is the population of Tilja?
Tilja had a total population of 2,960, including 1,486 males and 1,474 females.
How many households are there in Tilja?
Tilja had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilja was 70.88%. Male literacy was 78.93% and female literacy was 62.57%.